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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1918
Page
4
Public notice details subscription rates and delivery options for The Wilmington Dispatch. Prices shown include daily and Sunday plans, weekly, and short-term terms. The notice also mentions mailing and carrier delivery, plus post office registration details in Wilmington, North Carolina.
An advertising firm listing for Frost Green and Kohn Inc at 226 Fifth Avenue New York and Advertising Building Chicago appears with a date Monday April 22 1918 The text also notes a controversial stance by Angele Sam on gendered perceptions of danger.
An editorial fragment urges citizens to buy Liberty Bonds to avoid social suspicion and arrest for unpopular war opinions. It frames debt as justified for national effort and cites President Wilson as a contrast. The excerpt reflects wartime rhetoric pressuring public financial support.
The piece comments on Arab policy's mixed success in war and warns against adopting it for Liberty Loans. It updates readers on Monday morning headaches, and notes a shift from past accusations of lying. The Charlotte News mentions German troop movements and creeping paralysis around Helsingfors, aligning with prior suspicions of German aims.
A columnist questions labeling bold actions as Bolshevik plans and suggests the phrase should be Bolshevik dream, arguing for more measured language in political discourse.
Charles hears from Miang a long time ago that writing letters can be risky after a breach of promise case.
The Kaiser was reported to remark during battle reports that he questions what has been done to save the world from horrors. The remark shows wartime humor amid grim conditions on the front.
Allies voice dissatisfaction over submarine campaign despite efforts. German losses cited as heavy while progress remains limited and toll on naval resources grows.
The text notes that the government will identify workers through Liberty subscriptions and income tax records. It argues the volunteer military system failed, prompting the draft law to take effect to mobilize resources and finance the country.
The Sixth and Third districts spark November style energy as Imtan Hood seeks renomination. L Abernethy and W T head into the race with expectations of a crowded field and heated contest.
Raleigh promised to join the third Liberty Loan and did so, exceeding her goal by several thousand dollars and five furlongs in a weekend period. Wilmington has...
The report on National banks shows deposits rising from 12.96 billion to 14.44 billion between March 1917 and March this year. North Carolina’s deposits grew 31 million, with state bank resources up 36.4 million, despite limited war industry profits.
The Department of Agriculture names Annie Rankin of Charlotte as agent in Nort Carolina to promote cottage cheese production. Rankin is among 47 women nationwide chosen to push this food initiative. Experiments show cottage cheese matches meat in value. using skimmed milk or buttermilk could save meat for armies and allies and help households. The campaign urges housewives to support the effort for national aid.
The measure would allow the Secretary of Treasury to melt 350 million standard silver dollars and reissue an equal amount of silver certificates. Sale price set at $1 per ounce. government would face potential losses if new silver cannot be purchased at or below $1 per ounce. The act includes reimbursement to cover differences between face value and bullion value, and outlines currency substitution with Federal Reserve notes if silver sacrifice proceeds.
A retrospective note marks Gen Cadwallader born in Livermore Maine in 1782 as a Civil War veteran and former Wisconsin governor who died in Eureka Springs Arkansas in 1882.
Drs Wells and McClure of Wilmington joined President Hollingsworth of James Sprunt Institute and other leaders for a strong denominational program with eloquent sermons including one by Dr McClure. In High Point a new industry emerges as Reidsville Paper Box Co buys the Southern Mirror building to start a modern factory amid city growth.
While sawing at his mill over the bridge Monday just before noon, Mr Sam Danford sustained a severe gash on the head when a saw tooth knocked out by the log carriage struck him. Dr Goley dressed the wound. Skull not fractured. Brunswick County News.
Twenty five years ago today in 1893 naval representatives from all powers met at Hampton Roads to ready for the Columbian review in New York harbor.
Lou J Beauchamp, known as The Humorous Philosopher, ranks as a leading Chautauqua lecturer in 1918. He earned fame for witty, engaging talks and a remarkable life of travel, journalism, and writing.
France under Clemenceau vows no negotiated peace and tightens counter espionage. Bolo Pasha is executed after being proven guilty of German propaganda and treason, signaling unwavering wartime resolve.
The Sampson Democrat argues that adopting H A Grady's plan to submit women suffrage to a referendum could have protected the party's prospects. It notes Grady's Raleigh demonstration showed shrewdness that the Raleigh delegation failed to grasp, while 800 Normal girls pledged to suffrage may spark growing resentment within years.
Miss Elizabeth Davis daughter of Robert W. Davis of Southport won honors at the State Normal College in Greensboro and was elected first junior marshal for the commencement. The Brunswick student reflects high regard from classmates as she completes her second year at the State Normal.
The Wilmington Presbytery met with the Clinton Presbyterian church last week. The gathering was marked by a notable turnout of distinguished ministers and laymen.
Washington Senator Miles Poindexter marks his 50th birthday. Born in Tennessee and educated in Virginia, he built a legal career in Walla Walla and Spokane before serving as prosecuting attorney, Superior Court judge, and U S Representative. He won a Senate seat in 1910 and was re elected in 1916. The article notes high level visitors and a wartime vaulting of a warship document.
Mrs Mary E Hill of Marmaduke Arkansas says years of fainting sleeplessness back pain and nervous restlessness disappeared after following Cardui directions. She reports strength returned and ability to work again praising Cardui as a reliable tonic. The ad cites Cardui tested for over forty years and urges readers to try it with all druggists carrying the product.
Alexander Kerensky born on the Volga 37 years ago. Princess Frederick Charles of Hesse sister of the German Emperor born 46 years ago today. Rear Admiral George W. Baird born in Washington 75 years ago today. Col Guy E. Tripp born Wells Maine 53 years ago today. Ellen Glasgow born Richmond Virginia 44 years 2g today. Bishop William F. Anderson Morgantown West Virginia 58 years ago today. Richard W. Marquard born Cleveland 29 years ago today.
State funeral services were held in Washington on April 22 for Chilean Ambassador Don Santiago Aldunate who died last Wednesday. President attended the ceremony and led the tributes to the late diplomat.
An advertisement promotes La Creole Hair Dressing to cover gray hair and restore an even dark tone. It claims effectiveness for hair, beard, or mustache, with a money back guarantee and home mail orders from Jarman & Futrellé in Wilmington, North Carolina, priced at $1.20.
A vintage advertisement claims Wyeth’s Sage and Sulphur Compound darkens gray hair naturally and evenly. It promises lasting lustre after topical applications with a damp sponge or brush and cautions it is not a disease cure.
An advertisement touts Calotabs as the new style calomel, claiming it cleanses the liver without nausea or griping. One tablet at night with water purports to purify the system by morning and requires no dietary changes. Genuine Calotabs come in sealed packages and cost thirty five cents.
An advertisement urges men to build strength by caring for nerves and using Bitro-Phosphate tablets sold by Be reen Jarman Futrelle and druggists. It claims nervous exhaustion underpins most ailments and promises vitality when taken with meals.
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